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HOPE!! Just found out that the state legislature is considering a proposal that all the liquor licensenees in the state have their employees that handle alcohol from the establishment to the drinker be educated on alcohol and the effects it has on drinkers plus a few other twists. I have no idea if this is a part of my proposal which I sent into the legislature because it is a bit watered down (politicians...not complaining) even though my representative is part of the committee. I don't know I don't care except that it gives some hope for courageous change. I will email my representative and express my deepest gratitude (while still urging greater attention...LOL) and appreciation for their efforts. We have had tooo many alcohol related problems including deaths on all islands; drinkers and non-drinkers that it makes me feel overwhelmed and anxious just thinking about it. My scream to the political body of this state has been "We do have the stuff to do this and we do have the courage!! Why not here and why not first!!" End of rant.
So this is just a little start to pray for...if you have got a few prayers left. I'm standing inside of my HP's arms (picture it) and holding my breath. I cannot feature this effort being outside of HP's will...can you?
I gotta go do some prayers of gratitude and acceptance because my default feeling is anxiety at the moment. Relax and breathe...thanks.
Interesting concept. So, by educating the public on the dangers of alcohol, we would have fewer what? alcoholics? or just fewer people who drink. I'm not trying to be non supportive or negative. I think its an interesting idea from an alcohol reform angle.
I read or saw on the telly, can't remember which one it was, that they had developed a pill that can cure alcoholism. Wow! I thought. Imagine that, taking a pill that would instantly remove my dishonesty, my selfishness, my insecurity, my anger, my greed, my laziness, and my fearful state of mind. I'd take a double dose of that.
I saw another news clip about this new strain of heroin that's only half as addictive. Wouldn't you just take twice as much?
It is my experience that alcohol doesn't cause alcoholism. Alcohol just takes the defective character I already had and makes it worse. It could just as easily be crack cocaine, heroin, overeating, workaholism, etc.
I know a guy that can drink a quart of vodka a day and it has literally no effect on him. Now, I don't know all the particulars of this new state legislature but how does the bartender know the guy he's serving is an alcoholic like me or if he's like my russian friend?
I suppose it would cut down on drunk drivers and stuff like that. hope you keep us posted on how it goes and don't mind me. I'm a work in progress.
Count me in on the prayers. Count me also in on seeing the "positive" in the work you have done, and are doing reguarding the undertaking of this worthy cause. I hope this is only the first step of many to come, and pray with HP's help many more battles can be won. There are no "questions" at all in my mind........... only hope and faith big things can come from this first step by the legislature.
Good job----- There is no substitute for persistence and hard work.
Hugs, RLC
-- Edited by RLC on Sunday 14th of February 2010 06:44:56 PM
Twisted the lead at the end of our open meetings is that "If we keep and open mind we will find help." That is the first promise given and fulfilled for me in recovery as I came thru the doors of Al-Anon brain dead. This is not about educating the public. It is not a whole bite or else we would mentally, emotionally, physically and spiritually choke. More will be revealed especially thru the tool of humility which for me works in time, patience, open mindedness and willingness to be taught. That tool isn't completed yet and is 31 years plus old.
An early sponsor of mine advised me and this still does advise me on a daily basis to "present no defense against that which may or will extend my life and my usefullness to others." I am defenseless against this disease...completely powerless and have stopped fighting it. Now I can be of use.
The program truely works and because of that we can have hope. Something to pray for.
((((hugs))))
Mahalo RLC...
-- Edited by Jerry F on Sunday 14th of February 2010 05:28:47 PM
Im all for awareness and education of this disease in whatever form that may take.
Here in Scotland I believe there is now a new law in place that at least one employee in a licensed establishment has to be educated in this way and if the licensee doesnt comply they cannot sell alcohol. I dont know any more about the format at the moment. It may work, it may not but nothing changes if nothing changes..........right?
I think Under the Influence should be the regulation handbook
"present no defense against that which may or will extend my life and my usefullness to others." ------------------I like that. ----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------
As we say in Scotland.........more power te yer elbow (keep up the good work!)
I am standing right beside you too inside of HP's arms...just concentrating on breathing so that the work can carry on in HP's strength toward human perfection of his will.
Me, I am an imperfect but honest and true follower of "Knowledge is power when shared positively and healthily for the good of ALL people."
Go to it Jerry, you can do it. It is the constant nibbling at these issues that eventurally produces the worn down irritant that makes others take notice. Sand takes years in the making, thanks to the constancy of the sea's pounding by waves of the various tides.
We are one together as a wave of power to remould what is presently unhealthy, and I live in hope that the tide will turn in "our" favour sooner than we might think.
God Bless, Suzannah
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Strive for WISDOM; Seek SERENITY; NEVER compromise your INTEGRITY.
Well yes, yes, and yes. I guess I just have to keep reminding myself that this board is not a group and therefore is not guided by the same traditions as groups are. I also have to keep reminding myself not to mention those [the traditions]. best not to take sides on something like this. good luck with it.
"Just found out that the state legislature is considering a proposal that all the liquor licensenees in the state have their employees that handle alcohol from the establishment to the drinker be educated on alcohol and the effects it has on drinkers..."
Jerry, not going into the concept one way or the other, but must admit to having a laugh at your quote above. Seems to me those who serve alcohol are WELL aware of its affects on the drinker as they shovel drunks out the door, have bouncers or police chuck them out, and otherwise deal with sloppy behavior.
Thanks for the smile...Through it all, I keep my sense of humor, and sometimes that's all that get me by...
Best wishes,
Diva
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I always have room in my prayers for you. I wish you contniued success in the very important endeavor. Pipers Kitty and I have our fingers, toes, arms, legs, paws and tail crossed for the best of luck. You are quite the remarkable man. Much love and blessings to you and your family.
Live strong, Karilynn & Pipers Kitty
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Jerry - prayers for any effort that results in more education about this disease and the affects, direct or indirect!
Kudos to you for your outreach efforts! (((((Jerry))))) and all!
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Practice the PAUSE...Pause before judging. Pause before assuming. Pause before accusing. Pause whenever you are about to react harshly and you will avoid doing and saying things you will later regret. ~~~~ Lori Deschene
